ASYE Social Worker Role with Sponsorship in Borehamwood: Apply Now

Helping others rebuild their lives can be one of the most fulfilling ways to grow your own.

Location
Borehamwood, Hertfordshire

Type
Permanent – Full-time

Salary (£)
£32,602 to £39,686 per annum (pro rata, including 5% HCAS)

About Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (HPFT) is one of the few mental health trusts rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. With over 4,000 staff, they deliver compassionate care across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex, and Norfolk, supporting people with mental ill health, physical health needs, and learning disabilities. Their work is rooted in choice, equality, and independence, with values that shine through every interaction: Welcoming, Kind, Positive, Respectful, and Professional.

Job details

Benefits

• Professional development – support through the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE)
• Flexible working – predictable hours from Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
• Supportive team – friendly colleagues and senior staff who value collaboration
• Career growth – structured pathways to progress into senior social work roles
• Inclusive workplace – a culture that celebrates diversity and lived experience

Requirements

• Professional Social Work qualification (e.g. DipSW, BA, or MA in Social Work)
• Registration with Social Work England
• Knowledge of social care legislation, including the Care Act 2014
• Experience in assessments, care planning, and multidisciplinary collaboration
• Strong communication skills for building trust with service users and carers
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and reflective practice
• Access to personal transport for community visits

Salary Details

This Band 5 position offers £32,602 to £39,686 a year (including 5% HCAS), under the Agenda for Change pay scheme.

About the Role

As an ASYE Social Worker, you’ll join the Adult Community Mental Health Service (ACMHS) in Southwest Hertfordshire, providing recovery-focused social care to adults living with mental ill health. You’ll work as part of a multidisciplinary team, ensuring every service user receives the right care, at the right time, in the right way.

Your role goes beyond paperwork. You’ll assess needs, design care plans, and coordinate support that promotes independence and dignity. You’ll help people navigate adversity and regain control over their lives, while ensuring their safety through regular risk assessments and safeguarding practices. Every decision you make will have a visible impact on someone’s recovery journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out social care assessments and reviews for adults with complex mental health needs to ensure timely and appropriate support
• Coordinate care plans that prioritise recovery, independence, and safety for each individual
• Work with carers, families, and partner organisations to deliver joined-up care and shared understanding
• Uphold safeguarding responsibilities for both adults and children in line with statutory policy
• Champion equality and challenge discrimination to ensure fair treatment for all service users
• Maintain professional development through reflection, supervision, and adherence to Social Work England standards

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Equal Opportunity Statement

HPFT is proud to be a Disability Confident, Stonewall, and Veteran Aware employer. They value diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, especially those with lived experience of mental health challenges.

Employer Details

• Company Name: Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: Civic Centre, Elstree Way, Borehamwood, WD6 1WA
• Contact: John Oluseyi Oke, Senior Social Worker – johnoluseyi.oke@nhs.net

Reference Number
367-ACMS-9840

How To Apply
If you’re passionate about making a real difference in mental health care, apply today through the NHS Jobs portal before the closing date. The team can’t wait to meet the next social worker ready to change lives.